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ArrangementApply using AAONot applyEvidence neededOther information5.1Supervised rest breaks‘Normal way of working within the centre’5.2Extra time up to 25%Specialist assessor or other evidence in ‘unusual cases’.‘normal way of working within the centre’5.3Extra time up to 50%‘Exceptional circumstances’. See page 28 - 29.5.4Extra time over 50% but will be rejected.List on page 30.Evidence to be sent to the Awarding Body5.5Computer reader / readerSpecialist assessor or other evidence.‘Normal way of working’.No live reader in English / Lang.Can order pdf versions of exams or apply for early opening to scan papers.5.6Read aloudTeaching staff recommendation. ‘normal way of working’.Includes the use of a reading pen.5.7Scribe / voice activated softwareSpecialist assessor or other evidence. ‘normal way of working’.Dictate MFL letter by letter.5.8Word processor‘normal way of working’.See JCQ Instructions for the Conduct of ExaminationsSpell and grammar checker switched off. Can word process some answers and hand write others.ArrangementApply using AAONot applyEvidence neededOther information5.9TranscriptSee JCQ Instructions for the Conduct of ExaminationsFor temporary injury or in subjects where WP is inappropriate.5.10PrompterSee JCQ Instructions for the Conduct of Examinations5.11Oral Language modifier Automatic 25% extra time.Standardised score of 77 or below in a test of reading comprehension and / or vocabulary.Show need for extra time on Form 8.Not allowed if reading is tested – up to 50% extra time allowed.ORM has to have had specific training.5.12Live speaker for pre-recorded examination components.Must consult a specialist teacher i.e. a qualified Teacher of the Deaf to identify the most appropriate arrangement for a candidate with a hearing loss.Can open CD or tape or the transcript one hour before the examination.5.13Sign language interpreter‘normal way of working’. Practical assistant but will be rejected.Apply to the awarding body.5.15Alternative accommodation away from the CentreSignificant impairment or temporary illness or injury.Open question packet one hour early. Conduct exam according to ICE.Take evidence of AA to the venue with the exam paper.ArrangementApply using AAONot applyEvidence neededOther information5.16Amplification equipmentEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16BraillersEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16CCTVEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16Colour naming for colour blindEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16Coloured overlaysEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16Low vision aid / magnifierEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16Optical Character reader scannerEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.5.16Separate invigilation within the CentreEvidence of a substantial and long term impairment. ‘normal way of working’.ArrangementsApply using AAONot applyEvidence neededOther information5.17Exemptions but select ‘other’ which will be rejected.Evidence of inability to find an alternative means of assessment.Apply to the awarding body.5.18Bilingual translation dictionary with up to 25% extra time.Candidates whose first language is not English, Irish or Welsh.‘normal way of working’.Not in English / English language exams or Irish or Welsh exams.Not in some MFL exams.Bilingual translation dictionary with no extra time.All evidence to be kept for each candidate individually and to be available for the JCQ Inspector. ................
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